In a scintillating display of football brilliance, Abdullahi Umar powered Kebbi United FC to a dominant 4-1 victory over Kada Warriors on match day 6 in Conference D of the 2024/2025 NNL season. The match, held at the FIFA Goal Project Stadium in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, showcased Umar’s electrifying talent, as he delivered a…
The Cool Hopefuls Cup, a pre-season scouting event for the Nationwide League One invited teams, will debut on Monday, February 10, at FC Ebedei Stadium, Apele-Sagamu through Sunday February 16, 2025. This tournament is sponsored by Ebedei Sports College. Astute Media Personality and Coordinator of the event Tunde Shamsudeen said: “The Cool Hopefuls Cup is…
Beyond Limits FA continued their impressive form in the 2024/2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over 1472 FC at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena Stadium, Lagos, on Friday, January 17, 2025. This Match Day 6 encounter marked Beyond Limits’ second away win of the season, further solidifying their position in the…
Goals Galore as NWFL 2024/2025 Kicks Off in Style The 2024/2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season began with a bang on Wednesday as goals rained across various venues. Defending champions Edo Queens and Robo Queens lead Groups A and B, respectively, after delivering emphatic victories in their opening fixtures. NWFL Match Day 1…
I had a random conversation with Coach Okikiola Ibrahim of Ejigbo City FC and the seasoned tactician shared his thoughts with me on what he thinks about individual awards in football. Gaohzu Coach as he’s popularly called emphasized the importance of teamwork in football over personal accolades. Coach Okikiola Ibrahim said; “Winning individual awards is…
Recent analysis by Futball Naija revealed that Osun United boasts one of the tallest goalkeepers in the league this season, with an height of 6ft 2in. Osun United’s Abiodun Kazeem, standing at an impressive 6ft 2in, has been highlighted as one of the tallest goalkeepers in the Nigeria National League (NNL) this season. Recent analysis…
Full Name Emmanuel Nnanyerem Date of Birth December 25, 2004 Position Center Defender / Defensive Midfielder Citizenship Nigerian Preferred Foot Right League Benin Premier League Previous Club FC NGADIUBA Current Club AS Dragons FC de l’Ouémé Overview: Emmanuel Nnanyerem is a dynamic and robust Nigerian defender, currently plying his trade with AS Dragons FC de…
In a dramatic turn of events, Nigeria National League (NNL) side Abia Comets Football Club has confirmed that their player, Israel Emmanuel, has gone absent without leave (AWOL). The club disclosed the development through a press release issued on their social media platforms on January 13, 2025. According to the statement signed by the club’s…
Inter Milan loanee Ebenezer Akinsanmiro found himself at the center of controversy during the Serie B match between Brescia and Sampdoria, following an incident of racial abuse from Brescia fans. The match, which ended in a 1-1 draw, saw tensions rise after a series of racist chants were directed at the Nigerian midfielder. In a…
Barcelona, under the stewardship of Hansi Flick, claimed their first title of the season with an emphatic 5-2 victory over arch-rivals Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final on Sunday. The Catalan giants came from behind after an early strike from Kylian Mbappé to dominate the game and secure a record-extending 15th Super Cup…
In football, a playmaker is a unique player, one who controls the flow of the game through exceptional vision, tactical intelligence, ball control, and creativity. These attributes, combined with a flawless passing technique, make such players invaluable in unlocking tight defenses and dictating the rhythm of play. One such player who has stood out in…
The Pantami Stadium in Gombe witnessed a fiercely contested encounter in the Matchday 5 of the Nigeria National League (NNL) as Adamawa United and Kebbi United FC played out a 1-1 draw on Friday evening. The match saw Kebbi United goalkeeper Muhammad Musa emerge as the hero, with his last-minute penalty saves denying Adamawa United…